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2009 Class Schedule Click on the class(es) you are interested in for more information. Print out our registration form to sign up. Prenatal & Postnatal Instruction Classes Childbirth Series Infant Care Series Breast Pump Instruction Class Adult, Child, and Infant CPR/Defibrillator Training Class Basic First Aid for the Community "Hey, What About Me?" Sibling Class Infant Massage Instruction Class Free Breastfeeding Support Group

Register Now For 2009 Classes!

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Prenatal & Postnatal Instruction Classes

Childbirth Classes:

The childbirth preparation classes can be taken alone or in conjunction with the Infant Care Series. The 1-Day Saturday Childbirth Class and the 3-Day Wednesday evening classes contain the same information.

Class Schedule
One-Day Childbirth Classes 2009
Held at Marin General Hospital Conference Center
Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Childbirth Class: $100 per couple

Jan 10	Mar 7	May 9	Jul 11	Sep 5	Nov 7
Jan 24	Mar 21	May 23	Jul 25	Sep 19	Nov 14
Feb 7	Apr 4	Jun 6	Aug 1	Oct 10	Dec 5
Feb 14	Apr 18	Jun 20	Aug 15	Oct 24	Dec 12

Three-Day Childbirth Series 2008
Held at Marin General Hospital Conference Center
Wednesday Evening Series: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Childbirth Class: $100 per couple

Class Title	Dates
Class I	Jan 7	Feb 25	Apr 15	Jun 3	Jul 22	Sep 9	Oct 28
Class II	Jan 14	Mar 4	Apr 22	Jun 10	Jul 29	Sep 16	Nov 4
Class III	Jan 21	Mar 11	Apr 29	Jun 17	Aug 5	Sep 23	Nov 11

Childbirth Series for 2009

Prenatal & Postnatal Instruction Classes For Expectant Parents

First 3 classes or one Saturday class

Class I

•  Overview of the Labor Experience
•  Benefits of Childbirth Classes
•  Role of Labor Support Person
•  Basic Anatomy & Physiology (terms heard in labor)
•  Overview of Labor
•  When to Come to the Hospital
•  Early Labor
•  Relaxation Introduction

Class II

•  Tour – Meet in Lobby 45 Minutes Prior to Class
•  Hospital Admission Routine
•  Active Labor (Physical & Emotional Signs & Roles)
•  Transition Phase of Labor (Physical & Emotional Signs and Roles)
•  Labor Support and Training
•  Breathing Techniques
•  Relaxation Techniques
•  Comfort Measures
•  Pain Control Options
•  Delivery Video

Class III

•  What to do if the Plan Changes
•  Variations in Labor & Delivery
  • Preterm Labor
  • Back Labor
  • Induction
  • Internal Fetal Monitor
  • Other Prenatal Tests (Non-Stress Tests, etc.)
  • Cesarean Delivery Video
•  Immediate Postpartum Adjustments
•  Review Labor (All Breathing Techniques)

NOTE: Please Bring to Class: 2 Pillows, Mat or Blanket, Bottle of Water

Infant Care Series for 2009

May be taken individually or as a series of four classes taken with either 1-day Saturday Childbirth class or 3 Wednesday evening childbirth classes.

Class IV - Breastfeeding
(Taught by an International Certified Lactation Consultant. Focuses on establishing breastfeeding and avoiding difficulties.)

•  Preparation & Establishing Breastfeeding
•  Babies’ Cues, Latching On & How Long to Feed
•  Partner’s Role
•  Working Mothers & Pumping for Baby

Class V - Post Partum Expectations & Realities of New Parents

•  Delivery to Discharge
•  Your Physical and Emotional Changes
•  Getting Back to Normal
•  Birth Control

Class VI - Care of Your Newborn

•  Bathing Your Baby
•  First Hours of Your Baby’s Life
•  Hospital Routines
•  Rashes, Jaundice, Crying, etc.
•  Choosing Your Pediatrician

Class VII - Home & Car Safety

•  Buying Safe Toys
•  Baby-Proofing Your Home
•  Buying Sensible & Safe Baby Equipment
•  Car Seats

NOTE: Please Bring to Class: Bottle of Water. Please do not wear any perfumed fragrances.

Course Description
The classes are offered in a series of four consecutive Wednesday evenings, 7:00pm-9:00pm (see schedule below.) We recommend taking the Childbirth Class and Infant Care Series together. See combined schedule of classes below.

Cost
Per Couple for Infant Care Classes per class: $30.00.
For entire Series (both Childbirth & Infant Care Series): $170.00. See boxed Value Package schedule below.

Enrollment: We recommed that you register for classes mid=term in your pregnancy due to limited space. See registration form.

Class Schedule
Infant Care Series 2009
Held at Marin General Hospital Conference Center
Wednesday Evenings: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Class Title	Dates
Class IV	Jan 28	Mar 18	May 6	Jun 24	Aug 12	Sep 30	Nov 18
Class V	Feb 4	Mar 25	May 13	Jul 1	Aug 19	Oct 7	Dec 2
Class VI	Feb 11	Apr 1	May 20	Jul 8	Aug 26	Oct 14	Dec 9
Class VII	Feb 18	Apr 8	May 27	Jul 15	Sep 2	Oct 21	Dec 16

*Note: Nov 25 cancelled due to holiday

Adult, Child and Infant CPR/Defibrillator Training Class

This Course is Set to the Guidelines of the American Safety Health Institute for CPR

The Benefits
This basic life support (BLS) program is intended for expectant couples, parents and community members who may need to respond to an emergency. This program is intended to convey and demonstrate the recommended lifesaving care that may be necessary at the scene of an emergency, especially those involving the care of a child or infant.

What You Will Learn
Using the most recent recommendations from the American Safety Health Institute, couples will be trained to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including choking for children and infants. Students will learn how to provide CPR and resuscitation and defibrillation with automated external defibrillator.

The Course
To reduce or minimize the risk of disease transmission, everyone involved in CPR training will use a separate, sanitized training manikin. Also, having your own manikin makes for more hands-on practice. CPR training does require physical activity. If you have a medical condition or disability that will prevent you from participating in practice sessions, please inform your instructor. The instructor will make any reasonable accommodations possible.

Our course of instruction is taught by a Certified CPR Instructor who is also certified by the American Safety Health Institute (ASHI).

Participants will test their knowledge and recive an ASHI Community CPR Certification Completion Card valid for 2 years.

Cost
Per Individual for class $50.00
Per Couple for class $85.00

Note: Price includes a book and certification card.

Enrollment: See registration form.

Note:

•  Wear Comfortable Clothing
•  Bring a Snack and Drink
•  Learn and Have Fun!

Class Schedule
Adult, Child, and Infant CPR/Defibrillator Training Class
Held at Marin General Hospital Conference Center
Saturdays: 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Jan 17	Mar 14	May 16*	Aug 29	Oct 17
Feb 21*	Apr 25	Jun 27	Sep 12	Nov 21

* Basic First Aid Class following CPR Class on thes dates only.
See Basic First Aid Class description below.

Basic First Aid for the Community

This Course is Set to the Guidelines of the American Safety Health Institute

The Benefits
The purpose of this basic first aid program is to allow assessments and interventions that can be perfomed by a bystander (or by the victim) with minimal or no medical equipment. This program is intended for individuals who require or desire elementary first aid knowledge and skills, with a focus on children.

What You Will Learn
Using the most recent recommendations from the American Safety Health Institute, students will learn basic first aid skills dealing with emergency action steps for an unresponisve and responsive victim, including legal aspects in providing first aid, universal precautions, recovery postions, bleeding, shock, burns, asthma, allergic reaction/anaphylaxis, poisioning, heat- and cold-related illness and injury.

Our course of instruction is taught by a Certified CPR Instructor who is also certified by the American Safety Health Institute (ASHI).

Participants will test their knowledge and recive an ASHI Universal First Aid Certification Completion Card valid for 2 years.

Cost
Per Individual: $40.00
Per Couple: $75.00

Note: Price includes a book and certification card.

Enrollment: See registration form.

Note:

•  Wear Comfortable Clothing
•  Bring a Snack and Drink
•  Learn and Have Fun!

Class Schedule
Basic First Aid for the Community Class 2009
Held at Marin General Hospital Conference Center
Saturdays: 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Feb 21

Mar 16

Sep 12

*First Aid Classes will be held from 1:30pm-4:00pm following CPR Training Class these dates only. See CPR class description above.

Infant Massage Instruction
Learn To Massage Your Baby-For Expectant Parents and Grandparents

Co-Sponsored by MGH Institute for Health and Healting

The Benefits

•  Massage facilitates bonding and attachment
•  Massage relieves symptoms of gas and colic
•  Massage helps induce sleep
•  Massage reduces stress for infant and parents
•  Massage empowers parents and enhances communication

The Course
Our Infant Massage class is designed to teach you comprehensive massage techniques and communication skills that will increase your intimacy and understanding of your baby. Ideal for newborns.

Our course of instruction is taught by Certified Infant Massage Instructors.

Cost
Per Couple: $35.00

Class Schedule
Infant Massage Instruction 2009
Held at Marin General Hospital, Conference Room C
Saturday: 10:00a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Jan 3	May 2	Oct 3
Feb 7	Jun 6	Nov 7
Mar 7	Aug 1	Dec 5
Apr 4	Sep 5

Enrollment:
See registration form

“Hey, What About Me?”

A Sibling Preparation Class for Expectant Parents and "Soon-To-Be Big Brothers and Sisters," Ages 3-12 Years Old

The Benefits
This class is designed to help families pull closer together as they learn about what to expect when a new baby is born into the family.

When a family is expecting a new baby, it is sometimes hard for an older brother or sister to know what to do and how to feel. It is easy for a sibling to love a new baby sister or brother, but it is just as easy to be angry or resentful at the same time. It is very important to establish good communication between family members that will allow children to continue to feel they are an intrinsic part of the family dynamics when the new baby arrives home.

Class Format

•  Simple discussion at a child’s level:
  • Changes going on in the family, with mom and dad, and what the child can expect.
•  What will the new baby look like?
•  Pictures of newborn appearance and newborn hospital procedures.
•  Talk about newborn delivery and mom’s appearance.
•  Movie “Lizzie and the Baby”.
•  Role playing with dolls to learn to diaper and hold baby.
•  Coloring activity.
•  Tour of hospital room and newborn nursery.

The Cost
For parents and

•  1 child: $25.00
•  2 children: $35.00
•  3 children: $45.00

Enrollment:
We recomend you register for the class just prior to delivery.
See registration form

Class Schedule
Sibling Class: "Hey, What About Me?" 2009
Held at Marin General Hospital, Tamalpais Room
Saturdays: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Jan 24	May 9	Sep 19
Mar 21	Jul 11	Nov 21

Breast Pump Class

A Class designed to educate new parents on the basics of breast pumps and pumping.

The Breast Pump Class is taught by BabyNook staff, who are experts in assisting new parents in their pumping needs.

Class Benefits and Format
Explores the basics of pumping:

• How to pump, how often and how long
• Storage of Breast Milk; guidelines for refrigerating, freezing, and defrosting
• Pumping at Work: state law, private space and helpful products
• The Working Mom: fatigue, how to care for self, accepting help and milk volume

Demonstrations of various pumps and option to lease or purchase pump and supplies in class.
$25 discount on breast pump if purchased the night of class

Cost
Breast Pump Class: $30 per couple.

Class Schedule
Breast Pump Class 2009
Held at Marin General Hospital, Tamalpais Room
Thursday: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Feb 26	Jun 4	Sep 10
Apr 16	Jul 23	Oct 29

Enrollment:
See registration form.